Welcome to Thurgarton

Thurgarton is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 10 miles north of the city of Norwich and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 300 people and is known for its historic church, Thurgarton Priory, which dates back to the 12th century.

Thurgarton is a peaceful and picturesque village that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it an ideal location for walking and cycling. The village also has a number of local amenities, including a village hall, a post office, and a pub, which serves traditional English food and drink.

Thurgarton is steeped in history and has a number of historic buildings and landmarks. Thurgarton Priory is one of the most notable landmarks in the village and is a popular tourist attraction. The priory was founded in the 12th century and was once home to a community of Augustinian canons. Today, the priory is a Grade I listed building and is open to the public for guided tours. Other historic buildings in the village include Thurgarton Hall, which dates back to the 17th century, and St. Mary's Church, which was built in the 14th century.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 2.2°C

Feels Like: -3.9°C

Wind: 20.6 MPH

Wind Dir: NNE

Local Schools

School	Details
Aldborough Primary School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Bearman	Alby Hill Aldborough Norwich Norfolk NR11 7PH 1263761264 School Website
Gresham Village School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Marc Goodliffe	Cromer Road Gresham Norwich Norfolk NR11 8RF 1263577349 School Website
Erpingham Voluntary Controlled Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Emily Sacre	School Road Erpingham Norwich Norfolk NR11 7QY 01263761365 School Website
St Marys Endowed Voluntary Aided Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Maureen Burns	Chapel Road Roughton Norwich Norfolk NR11 8AF 01263761368 School Website
St Andrew's School Other Independent Special School Ages:6-16 Head Teacher Ms Carol Keable	Aylmerton Hall Holt Road Aylmerton Cromer Norfolk NR11 8QA 1263837927 School Website
Argyll House Other Independent Special School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Cameron Phillips	201 Holt Road Cromer NR27 9JN 1263514944 School Website
Colby Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Christine Mead	Bridge Road Colby Norwich Norfolk NR11 7EA 01263733381 School Website
Cromer Academy Trust Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Dr Darren Hollingsworth	Norwich Road Cromer Norfolk NR27 0EX 01263511433 School Website
Cromer Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Whilhelm De Neve	Norwich Road Cromer Norfolk NR27 0EX 1263512155 School Website
Beeston Hall School Other Independent School Ages:4-13 Head Teacher Mr Fred De Falbe	West Runton Cromer Norfolk Cromer Norfolk NR27 9NQ 1263837324 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Roughton Road Roughton Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9LN 4.15 Miles

Gunton Station Road, Gunton, Norfolk, NR11 8UD 4.50 Miles

West Runton Station Road, West Runton, Norfolk, NR27 9QD 4.67 Miles

Cromer Holt Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9EB 4.72 Miles

Sheringham Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA 5.14 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Pegasus Taxis 01263 823646 12 Hillside Road, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8TT 4.32 Miles
Bernies Taxis 01263 513376 Hillview, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9JT 4.50 Miles
Corpusty Cars 01263 587491 Pond House, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 7DD 4.51 Miles
1St Call Cabs - Taxi 01263 519010 20 Harbord Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 0BP 4.58 Miles
North Norfolk Airport Cars 01263 823382 3 Seaview Crescent, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8XR 4.59 Miles
My Taxi 01263 514383 8 Lynwood Rd, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 0EE 4.64 Miles
Tonys Taxis 01263 512713 20 Grove Rd, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 0BY 4.72 Miles
Mg Cabs 01263 820999 25 Pine Gr, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8QG 4.75 Miles
Country Cars Cromer Norfolk 01263 515440 22 Cliff Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 0BU 4.75 Miles
Anytime Taxi's 01263 839003 West Street, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9ED 4.83 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
The Street Thurgarton Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Green Post Office Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Common (D) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Alby Hill Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Old Hall Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Common Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Council Houses Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Church Wickmere Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
War Memorial Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street Matlaske Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Rectory Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Church Calthorpe Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Jubilee Close Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eagle Lane (D) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chequers Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Aldborough Surgery 01263 768602	The Surgery Chapel Road, Aldborough Norwich Norfolk NR11 7NP
Cromer Group Practice 01263 513148	Cromer Group Practice Mill Road Cromer Norfolk NR27 0BG
North Norfolk Hub 3 (Cromer) 01263 513148	Cromer Group Practice Mill Road Cromer Norfolk NR27 0BG
Sheringham Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Cromer Road Sheringham NR26 8RT
Sheringham Medical Practice 01263 822066	The Health Centre Cromer Road Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8RT

Local Stores

Cromer
2 Middlebrook Way
Cromer
Norfolk
NR27 9JR
01263 511277
Store Website
4.52 miles

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SPAR - Woodhill Park
Woodhill Park
Cromer Road
East Runton
Norfolk
NR27 9PX
01263 589916
Store Website
4.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Cromer Vets Ltd
48 Overstrand Road Cromer Norfolk NR27 0AJ Website 4.94 miles

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Miramar Veterinary Centre Ltd
15 Weybourne Road Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8HF 01263 822293 reception@miramarvets.co.uk Website 5.21 miles
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Aylsham Vets
12 Hungate Street Aylsham Norfolk NR11 6AA 01263 732130 info@aylshamvets.co.uk Website 5.26 miles
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Taverham Vets Bure Valley
22 Norwich Road Aylsham Norwich Norfolk NR11 6BW 01263 733949 burevalleyvets@gmail.com Website 5.46 miles

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Glaven Veterinary Practice Ltd
Oakland House Old Station Way Holt Norfolk NR25 6DH 01263 713200 office@glavenvets.co.uk Website 6.50 miles
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Westover Vets Ltd
Hornbeam Road Hornbeam Business Park North Walsham Norwich Norfolk NR28 0FX 01692 403202 adminsa@westovervets.co.uk Website 7.20 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Felbrigg Estate
A Beautiful Estate With Lots Of Different Walks. Lovely Walking Around The Lake In Winter And Summer. Does Have Livestock Around In The Summer Months. Sextons Lodge Aylmerton Norwich Lancashire NR11 8PS 3.01 miles Park Road Or Lions Mouth.

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Blickling Estate (Woodgate Car Park)
This A Great Car Park To Start A Walk From. You Have A Number Of Routes To Go From. It Is A National Trust Estate And So Does Charge There But Is Free For Members. 63 Woodgate Blickling Norwich NR11 6PY 3.55 miles

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Blickling Estate
A Walk Around Part Of Blickling Park, Through Woods And Open Parkland. NR11 6NF 4.10 miles 1½ Miles North-West Of Aylsham On B1354, Signposted Off A140 Norwich.

Sheringham Park
Follow The Seven-Mile Sheringham Woodland And Coastal Walk Through Parkland, Woods, Fields And Along The Cliff Edge, With Views Out Over The Sea. There's A Large Variety Of Trees, Bird And Animal Life On The Walk. NR26 8TL 4.43 miles Entrance At Junction Of A148/B1157. Two Miles South-West Of Sheringham, 5 Miles West Of Cromer And 6 Miles East Of Holt.

Sheringham Park
33 Lodge Hill Upper Sheringham Sheringham Lancashire NR26 8TJ 4.59 miles 5 Miles West Of Cromer, 6 Miles East Of Holt. Main Entrance At Junction A148/B1157 Parking: 60 Yards, £5.50 (Pay And Display)

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Mundesley Beach
Mundesley Is Another Great Beach For Walking Your Dog In Norfolk. Access Is Via Quite A Steep Pathway So Bear That In Mind. When The Tide Is Out The Beach Is Massive And There Is So Much Space With (In Our Limited Experience) Very Few People Around Off Season. 13 Beach Rd Mundesley Norwich NR11 8BG 8.41 miles

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Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Clear	Partly Cloudy
Temp	11.2°C	8.2°C	6.7°C	5.5°C	5.1°C	5.2°C	6°C	7.1°C	7.7°C	6.3°C	4.8°C	4.1°C
Feels Like	8.5°C	4.4°C	2.5°C	1.3°C	1.4°C	2°C	3.9°C	5.6°C	6.4°C	4.9°C	2.9°C	2.8°C

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	Mist	Mist	Light sleet	Moderate snow	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Clear
Temp	4.8°C	5.1°C	4°C	2.8°C	1.8°C	1.9°C	3°C	5.8°C	6.9°C	5.2°C	3.5°C	0.9°C
Feels Like	3.8°C	4.1°C	0.9°C	-1.1°C	-2.9°C	-3°C	-1.8°C	1.7°C	3.2°C	1.1°C	-1°C	-4.2°C

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-0.7°C	-2°C	-2.8°C	-3.1°C	-2.6°C	-0.9°C	1.8°C	3.7°C	3.9°C	2.7°C	0.9°C	0.2°C
Feels Like	-5.8°C	-7.3°C	-8.2°C	-8.6°C	-7.8°C	-5.4°C	-1.8°C	0.3°C	0.8°C	0.1°C	-2°C	-3.8°C

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